The Zulus are perhaps the fiercest, most combative tribe in all South Africa. In the early 1800's the Zulu King, Shaka, subjugated the vast area of land between the Phongolo and Mzimkhulu rivers and laid the foundations for the Zulu Nation. Then in 1879 the Zulus handed the British one of the most humiliating defeats in history at the battle of Isandlwana, when they annihilated an entire column of 1200 Englishmen (who were supported by artillery and cavalry), and did it with little more than cowhide shields and their Assegais, or short stabbing spears. Even to this day, a Zulu tribesman is nobody to be trifled with.

The thing that distinguishes the Zulu people most is their fondness for using a Knob Kerrie, or walking stick. Our President, Lynn C. Thompson, who regularly hunts in South Africa, has amassed an impressive collection of these handmade sticks. Most of them are made from indigenous African hardwoods like Wild Olive, Pink Ivory, and Red Bush Willow, and are topped with a distinctive ball or knob. Adapted for the western marketplace, the Cold Steel African Walking Stick features some of the best parts of traditional Zulu Kerries like an undulating shaft, and the traditional geodesic ball grip. However, instead of using a costly exotic hardwood, we've made ours out of black Polypropylene. This means that, in addition to being unbreakable, it's also impervious to the elements. It will never rot, warp, crack, splinter, swell, shrink, mildew or fade, and it's ready for all the wear and tear you, and the world, can dish out. Although its primary mission is to be a walking stick to aid one's balance when crossing uneven, slippery, wet or rough terrain, it can also serve as a pointer, lever, or probe. It also makes a formidable tool for self-defense in an emergency.

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Johnathan E.

Gulf Coast

Oct 23, 2014

Pros: Durability, Finish, Overall Quality, Materials

Cons: None

A Good Cold Steel Stick Overall- a hidden cudgel.

I used this for a few weeks until today, as I cut the cane a bit too short for my height. The ball is tiresome to the hand when used all day; the offered protection is astounding Even when cut to a mere thirty one inches, it was fast, and hit like a freight train. Shipping from knifecenter.com and the pricing were excellent. The product arrived well packed, arriving duly in the time expected for delivery. No complaints aside from the ball; a rubber cane tip is highly suggested, likely a one inch diameter tip. This is not a toy; hitting a human WILL cause soft tissue damage, and even break bones. Shots to the knockout points with the ball will result in immediate incapacitation. The knobs are bulbous, and distribute the surface area over a greater degree, which is a good deterrent if one desires to use this can as a rod of correction, to cause the fool to rethink his folly. If you break this cane, you were acting silly. This is a good cane, if one is willing to make modifications to the handle; perhaps my next stick shall be a likewise superb quality Cold Steel City Stick.

Bob Oli

glendal

Mar 11, 2014

Pros: Overall Quality, Durability, Materials

Cons: None

The ball end is too big .It is like trying to use the big end of A softball bat asA CANE .It is very well made . Just make the ball a lot smaller.

Natural-Outlaw

Northern Wisconsin

Jan 22, 2014

Pros: Overall Quality, Durability, Finish

Cons: None

Makes a Great Cudgeol

The thing is indestructible. At the same time it's head is far to big to be used as a walking stick. Makes for a great weapon tho. I cut 11-inches off the end and is a great club. I should not like to be on the receiving end of the thing. Cut it shorter for less recovery time after swinging it. If you do not understand this, then let it go. We have problems with home intrusions in our home that do not necessarily need a bullet to put someone down. It sits right next to my recliner. If there is a problem, my dog will distract him as I knock him out and dial 911. Life is good!

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